Today The Simone would like to define the importance of the friendliest summer shoes – sandals. Undoubtedly, this is a pair you will take on your hot city or island travels. But what would you choose? We have an excellent brand you’ll love – Sandalaki. An original Greek leather sandals label that pays full attention to your happy feet. Being around for already four years, Sandalaki combines traditional techniques with modern touches and provides us with wonderful quality leather designs. Their creative mission is to bring special, unique and fashionable footwear for ladies with all styles and for various occasions. Ranging from casual to elegant trends, Sandalaki will carry you from the sand to a fancy café. Using finest snake, pony or calf skin, Sandalaki sandals are soft and comfortable, yet stylish and extraordinary.

The featured lace up Ostrako sandals, is a marvellous and luxe combination of zebra print, black laces and red tassels. It is a pair that is worth taken on a long waited trip or strolling down your favourite city. If you are looking for a spot on chic sandals that not only follow the latest trends, are super comfortable, but also have creative flair – choose Sandalaki as they definitely know how to holiday in style. Matching with jeans, skirts or dresses Ostrako sandals will look great this long Mediterranean summer.

Shop at www.sandalaki.com or follow on Instagram @sandalaki

Accessories for women are inevitable style details. They can be very intimate but must adorn and represent you well. Today, we have a wonderful finding – accessories brand Ashiana. Founded over ten years ago by Anastasia Buisman and inspired by exotic travel colours, Ashiana delivers stylish, bright and unique accessories that are as luxurious as affordable. Their creative team is London based and strive to provide beautiful neatly handmade accessories varying from rings and bracelets, to scarfs and handbags. Their vision is to create eye-catching and comfortable pieces loved by travelling women. The team shares their global travel experiences, get overwhelmed by the new colours they meet, and clearly represent it in the fabulous designs.

The featured Giselle Pom Pom bag is a very good example of the creative vision that Ashiana follows. Gorgeous bright sunset shades vary throughout a playful design that is pampered with a playful hanging red tassel. Could be worn both on strap and as an in-hand clutch. If a brand knows how to travel in style and comfort that is definitely Ashiana!

Their handbags can be joined and matched with a variety of rings and bracelets too – all in unique and bright colours and shapes. A pure travel accessories sophistication by Ashiana.
Browse and shop at http://ashiana-accessories.com/ or follow them on Instagram

If you could list down 3 things you desperately need when packing up to the beach this summer, what would it be? Bikini, yourself and of course a roundie! The Simone happily represents Bonita Beach Collection and their stylish beach roundies that help you stay at your own colourful spotlight while at the beach. If you are still unsure what a beach roundie is, you are certainly going to be surprised. Especially trending around Australian beaches, roundies are the hottest and most versatile beach towels you could have ever imagined. It is not only an ordinary beach towel but also a blanket, a boho throw for your sofa, a yoha mat or even a cover up over your bikini!

Bonita Beach towels are designed in New York and made from the finest 100% cotton terry velour. The material is thick and extra soft to your skin. Inspired by exotic destinations and unique beaches, the latest collection is available in exciting blue, turquoise or black and white prints.

Forget the square towels and shop trendy and fun roundies for your next beach holiday at Bonita Beach Collection: www.bonitabeachcollection.com AND follow them on Instagram for more inspirations @bonitabeachcollection

Getting ready for your beach holiday soon? The Simone tip: find the right beachwear to lengthen the quality of your dream time. We are proud to recommend Etoile Coral – a Greek label that offers effortless and trendy beachwear.

Their materials are lightweight, their designs are trendy and made to suit every body shape. Comfortable cuts lightly adopts to your skin and lets it breathe in the summer winds. Beautiful adornments and refined embellishments shine through their designs and allow you to proudly wear it for both casual and more special summer days. Floaty and loose summer dresses or kaftans are definitely this seasons trends and Etoile Coral knows how to spend your summer in style.

There is definitely something about good quality beachwear that gets really addictive. The featured items are from the ‘Capsule’ collection and were exclusively chosen for The Simone Magazine Summer Campaign by Etoile Coral. Colourful kaftans are inevitable holiday must haves. From scrolling down to the beach or having lunch at a café on a light summer day, to having dinner on sunset, Etoile Coral kaftans will take care of your flawless looks. Bright turquoise or coral shades won’t be unspotted and will look gorgeous against your tanned skin and sea backgrounds. Also, no holiday without a loose white top that goes with a nice pair of shorts. If you like traditional Greek embroidery, this white featuring red top will be just for you! If it’s to give your skin rest from the direct sun, or simply look bright and stylish – pick it from Etoile Coral and have a relaxed holiday!

For more designs and shop visit: www and follow then on Instagram @etoilecoral

The Simone loves Greek sandals and we are happy to introduce you with another label – I love Sandals. The brand offers excellent quality summer footwear with a twist of traditional design and modern fashion. Focusing on remarkable comfort and latest trends they deliver stylish sandals for your happy days. I Love Sandals knows the importance of comfort in your feet and highlights it in their perfectly adaptable sandals. The designs are especially precise and cut according to a real foot curves and measures. Each of their pair is lightweight thus wearing them will be similar to walking bare feet. Ranging from backless slip-ons to platforms will find top shelve in every ladies closet.

The stylish featured metallic sandals is just one example of their minimal and gorgeous designs. It will carry you from the day at the beach to a lunch at the bar or a casual and comfortable holiday dinner. The sandals are super light and the slip-on style could not be more convenient to put on. Available in black or white, it will match with most of your summer wardrobe.

Browse through their collection at: www.ilovesandals.eu and follow on Instagram @i_love_sandals

Summer is never over if you are still looking for a new bikini and your next beach travels. Today we would like to introduce a very exceptional Greek swimwear and accessories label Mumshandmade. Why exceptional? Simply because from thousands of swimwear labels out there, not that many ones are unique and handmade. Mumshandmade offers a luxurious handcrafted swimwear that deserves to be cherished. Each of their design is neatly created by a skilful creative team that strives to provide perfection and comfort. Their handmade items have singular powers and wearing them can certainly help you free the soul. Mumshandmade collection ranges from swimwear to colourful crochet tops and accessories such as beanies, turbans and cowls. Everything is 100% handmade from a high quality stretchy cotton, knitted in impeccable patterns and adorned with soft tassels. Their knitted bikinis perfectly stretch and adopt to your body shape leaving you feel especially comfortable and extraordinary.

Let us tell more about the featured crochet one-piece swimsuit. It is an all time classic one piece suit in black – the greatest and unmistakeable choice for either poolside or ocean getaways. Even better if it is knitted in trendy patterns just like Mumshandmade. We appreciate the stretchy material simply because it knows how to compliment ladies body shape. Wear it with high waisted ripped shorts to let out your youth or silky wide-leg pants for an elegant riviera beat.

Shop on www.mumshandmade.com or follow on Instagram

Exotic prints, bright colours and versatile designs presented with an outstanding and non-repetitive fashion sense combine this remarkable boutique label Mister Zimi. Founded by a husband and wife Jimi and Zoe Paul’s in 2007, their brand surprises us with very exclusive and inspiring pieces for the brave and adventurous souls.

Inspired by exotic travels and cultures, Mister Zimi offers us a range of a diverse and full of life patterns collated in their relaxed designs. They follow easy going aesthetics, thus, you can straight away spot super light and breezy fittings. The 70’s influenced garments will make you feel bouncy and help to look young and playful. At Mister Zimi’s you will find an exquisite exhibition of midi and maxi shift dresses, skirts, pants or even trending wide-leg harem pants or jumpsuits. They also produce high quality leather jackets and boots for a more permanent look!

More on the featured jumpsuit and how well the designers understand fashion and comfort. Made from a thin and fine Rayon fabric, it’s impossible to deny the convenience and diversion of Mister Zimi’s jumpsuit. Adjustable three quarters sleeves and full length pants will let you feel free and bubbly. The colour blocks are just hard to beat too! Almost ready to run a fashion marathon!

Animate your wardrobe and invest in Mister Zimi’s designs. You will loose the number of stares and compliments. Shop and get inspired at: http://misterzimi.com/ or follow them on their dreamy Instagram @misterzimi

Today, a special attention goes to an independent Swedish watches label Triwa. The abbreviation stands for ‘Transforming the Industry of Watches’ and has a truly meaningful reason. When it comes to quality and creative design, Triwa proudly represents their timeless collection of prestigious watches.

Founded in 2007 by a group of enthusiasts, who wished to bring some light and modernity into the watches industry, TRIWA successfully developed and is know famous for their simple yet modern time keepers. Even better news, the brand has extended and now also offers more IT accessories – sunglasses and statement bracelets. Hand made with precision and high-end flawless designs that are inseparable style details.

The featured Clay Scala watch is an example of rich and sophisticated Triwa’s taste. Clay dial and champagne gold strap perfectly combines into this elegant timepiece. Suitable with both active and more extravagant outings.

Featured are also 100% UV handmade Havana Olivia sunglasses. Stylish, chic and handcrafted. A pair you need for Mediterranean travels.

The trending Havana turtle bracelet creatively replaces precious metals and adds modern statement to your arm looks.

Be different and contemporary with Triwa. Browse and shop at www.triwa.com/en-gb/ or follow on Instagram @triwa

Today’s highlight is on exceptional and individual apparel boutiques. Style hunters will know it takes much effort to find exclusive brands these days. Turning away from the high street stores, or researching online could bring you to amazing results and finds. The Simone has an excellent example of a very unique label Lei Luu London that offers luxurious but affordable boutique items.

Using only the finest garments, Lei Luu focuses on precision, comfortable designs and quality. Elegant silhouettes and stunning embellishments are definitely their speciality. The Simone had a chance to try the Ana and Hasina co-ordinate set, which seemed perfect for a fancy London’s day off at Westminster. The crop top is embellished in a neat and colourful ornament that clearly shows Lei Luu’s care for details. Floating high waisted midi skirt at the bottom makes a very feminine yet chic statement to the overall look. Compliment also goes for the selected colour – light peachy shade seemed very sophisticated and wasn’t unspotted. For a walk in the city The Simone styled it with pearl embellished platform espadrilles and a cross body handbag. Although, adding some point heels could take you to an even more extravagant occasion.

Lei Luu logo is easily recognisable and inspired by Egyptian jewellery. The scarab beetle is a symbol of power and protection that Lei Luu clearly represents in their luxurious designs. If you have an individual style and like exploring unique brands, give a go at Lei Luu London – they definitely have some surprises for you!
Browse and shop at: www.leiluu.com or follow them on Instagram: @leiluulondon

Could you think of a better shoes to bounce your holidays in style this summer? Espadrilles are on a special hot style point this year! Plain, sequin, laced up or the more creative the better. Trust, the fashion does not only hides in heels.

Inspired by the lack of eye catching flats in stores, The Simone has designed luxury holiday and city espadrilles – colourfully embroidered & pearl embellished. All neatly hand crafted with a unique eye for details. Hand embroidered with bright red wool, toped up with sparkly embellishments and freshwater pearls. Even better looking when chosen in platforms! Who doesn’t like to add that definition to the tanned summer legs. In other words, espadrilles made for jumping around in the sand were pampered for a more luxurious walks in the city. Exclusively designed for Santorini campaign 2016, pearl espadrilles seemed ideal for the fancy cobbled walks in the trending Greek island. Matched with floaty white dresses or fancy midi skirts they will definitely make you look playful and stylish.

As chic as it is comfortable, platform espadrilles are a must have companions for your next holiday travel or a sunny summer day in the city. Give your shoes a hot update – choose bespoke The Simone design espadrilles. To order email simone@thesimone.co.uk.